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Webster 1913 Edition
Hellenism
Hel′len-ism
,Noun.
[Gr. [GREEK]: cf. F.
Hellénisme
.] 1.
A phrase or form of speech in accordance with genius and construction or idioms of the Greek language; a Grecism.
Addison.
2.
The type of character of the ancient Greeks, who aimed at culture, grace, and amenity, as the chief elements in human well-being and perfection.
Webster 1828 Edition
Hellenism
HEL'LENISM
,Noun.